1993 Rover 800 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (144 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 800 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
